TED: Drawings that show the beauty and fragility of earth | Zaria Forman

The artist discusses their work in conveying the urgency of climate change through art. They travel to vulnerable locations like Greenland and the Maldives, capturing the beauty and fragility of these landscapes. The artist's process involves large-scale pastel drawings, influenced by personal experiences and family legacy. The work aims to inspire emotional connections and action against climate change.

What is the primary reason the speaker uses art to convey the urgency of climate change?

• Art can be sold to raise funds for climate research.

• Art is a universal language that everyone understands.

• Art is more effective than statistics in evoking emotions.

• Art is easier to create than scientific reports.

What medium does the speaker primarily use for their large-scale compositions?

• Acrylics

• Watercolors

• Oil paints

• Soft pastels

How does the speaker describe their drawing process?

• As a form of meditation

• As a form of competition

• As a form of exercise

• As a form of entertainment

What inspired the speaker to lead an expedition to Greenland?

• A promise made to their mother

• An invitation from a scientific community

• A desire to explore new artistic techniques

• A personal interest in Arctic wildlife

What challenges do Inuit communities in Greenland face due to climate change?

• Lack of educational resources

• Overpopulation

• Loss of traditional hunting grounds

• Increased tourism

What is the significance of the speaker scattering their mother's ashes in Greenland?

• It was a request from the local community.

• It was part of a scientific experiment.

• It symbolizes the merging of personal and environmental loss.

• It was a family tradition.

What is the speaker's hope for their drawings of endangered landscapes?

• To decorate public spaces

• To win art competitions

• To sell them at high prices

• To inspire global action for preservation